Dionne France
Brooklyn,New York
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Licensed Nurse with extensive expertise in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion, and infection control. Proven ability to maintain composure under pressure while making accurate decisions in fast-paced environments. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork skills and a commitment to patient advocacy, successfully enhancing patient education on disease management and ensuring high-quality care. Skilled in medication administration and monitoring patient conditions, with a focus on delivering patient-centered care and fostering collaboration within healthcare teams.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse
MT Sinai Beth Israel
New York, NY
11.2019 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the physician.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Performed laboratory tests such as rapid strep throat test or urinalysis.
- Assisted with minor medical procedures such as suturing lacerations, splinting of fractures, administering injections, and performing EKGs.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse rate, respirations, blood pressure, height and weight and pain level.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cosmopolitan Medical Practice
New York, NY
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination
- Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight
- Scheduled appointments for evaluations and scans for office with active patients
- Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes
- Keep track of inventory, order as needed
Licensed Practical Nurse
William F Ryan Community Health Center
New York, NY
02.2009 - 10.2016
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files
- Worked with healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health
- Contributed to efficient office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint
- Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests
- Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including but not limited to EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests
- Administer injectable medications
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
AMG School of Nursing
New York, NY08-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Plaza College
New York, NY12-2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Atlanta Technical College
Atlanta, GA05-2006
Skills
- Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
- Psychotropic medication knowledge
- Wound care
- Medication administration
- Pediatric/Geriatric care
- Catheter change and preparation
- Electronic charting
- Tracheotomy, chest, gastric and NG tube care
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- Licensed Practical Nurse
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse
MT Sinai Beth Israel
11.2019 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cosmopolitan Medical Practice
07.2018 - 08.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
William F Ryan Community Health Center
02.2009 - 10.2016
- Registered Nurse
- Licensed Practical Nurse
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
AMG School of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Plaza College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Atlanta Technical College
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